Folding silencer special for automobile air conditioning system

By designing a foldable muffler and adjusting the spacing using sound-absorbing panels and connecting frames, the problem of traditional mufflers being unable to adjust the noise reduction effect is solved, achieving the effect of flexibly adapting to different working conditions and simplifying maintenance.

CN223533295UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-11LONGQUAN AOXIANG AUTOMOBILE AIR-CONDITIONING CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202423065010.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-12
Publication Date
2025-11-11
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-12

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Traditional automotive air conditioning system mufflers cannot adjust their noise reduction effect to adapt to noise changes under different operating conditions, and replacement or cleaning is complicated and costly.

Method used

A foldable silencer was designed. By combining sound-absorbing panels and connecting frames, the spacing between the sound-absorbing panels can be adjusted to meet different noise requirements. Airflow can be controlled by valves to facilitate the replacement or cleaning of damaged parts.

Benefits of technology

It achieves flexible adjustment of the noise reduction effect, improves adaptability and practicality, and simplifies the maintenance process and reduces maintenance costs.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a folding type special silencer for an automobile air conditioning system, which comprises a silencing end, a first connecting end, a second connecting end, a valve, a connecting pipe, a sound absorbing plate and a connecting frame, the air inlet end of the silencing end is fixedly provided with the second connecting end through the connecting frame, and the exhaust end of the silencing end is fixedly provided with the first connecting end through the connecting frame; valves are fixed at the other ends of the first connecting end and the second connecting end, and the other ends of the valves are connected with corresponding structures of the automobile air conditioning system through connecting pipes; and sound absorption plates are fixed in the silencing end, the first connecting end and the second connecting end. According to the automobile air conditioner silencer, the silencing effect on an automobile air conditioner system can be achieved through the sound absorption plate, the silencing efficiency can be adjusted through the connecting frame, and in addition, due to the arrangement of the valve, the automobile air conditioner silencer is convenient to disassemble.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of automotive air conditioning parts, and in particular relates to a foldable muffler specifically for automotive air conditioning systems. Background Technology

[0002] As a crucial component of modern automobiles, the performance of automotive air conditioning systems directly impacts the comfort of drivers and passengers. However, the operation of these systems often generates noise, such as compressor noise, fan noise, and noise from airflow through ducts. This noise not only affects the driving experience but may also pose a potential threat to the hearing health of occupants. Therefore, automotive air conditioning system mufflers were developed to effectively reduce this noise and improve the quietness of the driving environment.

[0003] Currently, the mufflers commonly found in automotive air conditioning systems on the market mainly adopt expansion, resistive, or composite structures. Expansion mufflers increase the volume of the airflow channel, causing sound waves to be reflected and attenuated within the expansion chamber; resistive mufflers utilize porous sound-absorbing materials to absorb sound wave energy; and composite mufflers combine the advantages of expansion and resistive types, improving the noise reduction effect through a multi-stage noise reduction structure.

[0004] However, these traditional silencers still have some shortcomings in practical applications:

[0005] First, traditional mufflers often use a fixed muffler structure, which cannot adjust the muffler effect according to actual needs. When the car air conditioning system is running under different operating conditions, the frequency and intensity of the noise will change, and the fixed structure muffler is difficult to adapt to this change, resulting in unstable muffler effect. Second, when traditional mufflers are damaged or need cleaning, they often need to be replaced or disassembled as a whole, which is complicated and costly.

[0006] Therefore, it is essential to invent a foldable muffler specifically for automotive air conditioning systems. Utility Model Content

[0007] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a foldable muffler specifically for automotive air conditioning systems, thereby solving the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0008] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0009] This utility model is a foldable muffler specifically for automotive air conditioning systems, comprising a muffler end, a first connecting end, a second connecting end, a valve, a connecting pipe, a sound-absorbing plate, and a connecting frame. The air inlet end of the muffler end is fixed to the second connecting end via the connecting frame, and the exhaust end of the muffler end is fixed to the first connecting end via the connecting frame. Valves are fixed to the other ends of both the first and second connecting ends, and the other ends of the valves are connected to the corresponding structures of the automotive air conditioning system via connecting pipes. Sound-absorbing plates are fixed inside the muffler end, the first connecting end, and the second connecting end.

[0010] Furthermore, the sound-absorbing plate is arc-shaped; the outer side of the sound-absorbing plate is fixed to the inner wall of the corresponding silencing end, the first connecting end and the second connecting end, and a through hole is provided in the middle of the sound-absorbing plate. This arrangement can silence the gas passing through the silencer.

[0011] Furthermore, the connecting frame includes an adjusting sleeve, a sealing ring, and a fixing sleeve. The fixing sleeve is fixed to the outer side of the silencing end and the first connecting end, and the adjusting sleeve is rotatably installed inside the fixing sleeve through a sealed bearing. The adjusting sleeve is connected to the corresponding silencing end or the second connecting end through threaded engagement, and a sealing ring is provided between the adjusting sleeve and the corresponding silencing end or the second connecting end. The sealing ring is fixed to the corresponding silencing end or the second connecting end. This arrangement allows for adjustment of the spacing between the corresponding sound-absorbing panels, thereby adjusting the silencing effect.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0013] 1. The sound-absorbing plate of this utility model can change the internal cross-sectional diameter of the sound-absorbing end, the first connecting end and the second connecting end, thereby causing the sound waves to be reflected back towards the sound source through the sudden change of the cross-sectional diameter, thus achieving the sound-absorbing effect.

[0014] 2. This utility model, through the cooperation of the silencing end, the first connecting end, the second connecting end and the connecting frame, can adjust the spacing between the corresponding sound-absorbing plates, thereby adjusting the silencing effect. This design makes the muffler more flexible to adapt to the needs of different vehicle models and air conditioning systems, improving its practicality and adaptability.

[0015] 3. By setting valves, this utility model can cut off the airflow and prevent gas leakage when the silencer end, the first connection end and the second connection end are damaged or need cleaning. Then the damaged parts can be directly replaced or cleaned. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the full cross-section of this utility model.

[0019] In the picture:

[0020] 1-Silencer end, 2-First connection end, 3-Second connection end, 4-Valve, 5-Connecting pipe, 6-Sound-absorbing plate, 7-Connecting frame, 71-Adjusting sleeve, 72-Sealing ring, 73-Fixing sleeve. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0022] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "middle", "outer", "inner", "around", etc., which indicate orientation or positional relationship, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the components or elements referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0023] Please see Figures 1 to 2 As shown, this utility model is a foldable muffler specifically for automotive air conditioning systems, including a muffler end 1, a first connecting end 2, a second connecting end 3, a valve 4, a connecting pipe 5, a sound-absorbing plate 6, and a connecting frame 7. The air intake end of the muffler end 1 is fixed to the second connecting end 3 through the connecting frame 7, and the exhaust end of the muffler end 1 is fixed to the first connecting end 2 through the connecting frame 7. The other end of the first connecting end 2 and the second connecting end 3 are both fixed with valves 4, and the other end of valves 4 are connected to the corresponding structure of the automotive air conditioning system through the connecting pipe 5. The muffler end 1, the first connecting end 2, and the second connecting end 3 are all fixed with sound-absorbing plates 6.

[0024] Specifically, the sound-absorbing panel 6 is arc-shaped; the outer side of the sound-absorbing panel 6 is fixed to the inner wall of the corresponding silencing end 1, the first connecting end 2 and the second connecting end 3, and a through hole is provided in the middle of the sound-absorbing panel 6. When in use, the sound-absorbing panel can change the internal cross-sectional diameter of the sound-absorbing end 1, the first connecting end 2 and the second connecting end 3, and thus the sound waves are reflected back towards the sound source by the sudden change in cross-sectional diameter, thereby achieving the effect of noise reduction.

[0025] Specifically, the connecting frame 7 includes an adjusting sleeve 71, a sealing ring 72, and a fixing sleeve 73. The fixing sleeve 73 is fixed to the outer side of the silencing end 1 and the first connecting end 2, and the adjusting sleeve 71 is rotatably installed inside the fixing sleeve 73 through a sealing bearing. The adjusting sleeve 71 is connected to the corresponding silencing end 1 or the second connecting end 3 through thread engagement, and a sealing ring 72 is provided between the adjusting sleeve 71 and the corresponding silencing end 1 or the second connecting end 3. The sealing ring 72 is fixed to the corresponding silencing end 1 or the second connecting end 3. In use, the distance between the silencing end 1, the first connecting end 2, and the second connecting end 3 can be adjusted by manually rotating the adjusting sleeve 71, thereby adjusting the distance between the corresponding sound-absorbing plates 6 and thus adjusting the silencing effect.

[0026] Please see Figure 1-2 As shown, this utility model is a foldable muffler for automotive air conditioning systems. Its working principle is as follows: when in use, the gas passes through the second connecting end 3, the muffler end 1 and the first connecting end 2 in sequence, and is discharged through the first connecting end 2. During this process, the sound-absorbing plate 6 can play a role in muffler. In addition, the muffler effect can be adjusted by the connecting frame 7.

[0027] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "example," "specific example," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0028] The preferred embodiments of this utility model disclosed above are merely illustrative of the present utility model. These preferred embodiments do not exhaustively describe all details, nor do they limit the utility model to the specific implementations described. Clearly, many modifications and variations can be made based on the content of this specification. This specification selects and specifically describes these embodiments to better explain the principles and practical applications of this utility model, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to better understand and utilize it. This utility model is limited only by the claims and their full scope and equivalents.

Claims

1. A foldable muffler for automotive air conditioning systems, comprising a muffler end (1), a first connecting end (2), a second connecting end (3), a valve (4), a connecting pipe (5), a sound-absorbing plate (6), and a connecting frame (7), characterized in that: The air intake end of the muffler end (1) is fixed with a second connecting end (3) via a connecting bracket (7), and the exhaust end of the muffler end (1) is fixed with a first connecting end (2) via a connecting bracket (7); the other ends of the first connecting end (2) and the second connecting end (3) are both fixed with valves (4), and the other ends of the valves (4) are connected to the corresponding structures of the automotive air conditioning system via connecting pipes (5); the interiors of the muffler end (1), the first connecting end (2) and the second connecting end (3) are all fixed with sound-absorbing panels (6).

2. The foldable muffler for automotive air conditioning systems as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The sound-absorbing plate (6) is arc-shaped; the outer side of the sound-absorbing plate (6) is fixed to the inner wall of the corresponding sound-absorbing end (1), the first connecting end (2) and the second connecting end (3), and a through hole is provided in the middle of the sound-absorbing plate (6).

3. The foldable muffler for automotive air conditioning systems as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting frame (7) includes an adjusting sleeve (71), a sealing ring (72), and a fixing sleeve (73). The fixing sleeve (73) is fixed on the outer side of the silencing end (1) and the first connecting end (2), and the adjusting sleeve (71) is rotatably installed inside the fixing sleeve (73). The adjusting sleeve (71) is connected to the corresponding silencing end (1) or the second connecting end (3) by thread engagement, and a sealing ring (72) is provided between the adjusting sleeve (71) and the corresponding silencing end (1) or the second connecting end (3), wherein the sealing ring (72) is fixed to the corresponding silencing end (1) or the second connecting end (3).